52053 Zip Code, Holy Cross

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Holy Cross

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 74 / 300 High

Violent Crime 85

15% below national avg

Property Crime 58

42% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 52053 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 52053 in Holy Cross, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Holy Cross.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 115 (15% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

52053 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Holy Cross city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Holy Cross	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	67	-33%	N/A	Low
Assault	71	-29%	N/A	Low
Robbery	85	-15%	N/A	Average
Rape	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	21	-79%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	57	-43%	N/A	Low

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52053 Demographics & Context

Population

1,225

Median Income

$73,039

Home Value

$216,952

Median Age

Pop. Density

20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%

Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

86%

14%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.9%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 0.7%

Asian 0.1%

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Holy Cross Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52053, Holy Cross?

Zip code 52053 in Holy Cross, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 52053 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Holy Cross.

Is Zip code 52053 a safe neighborhood in Holy Cross?

Zip code 52053 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Holy Cross, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 115), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Holy Cross.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52053?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52053 is Rape, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52053?

Zip code 52053 has a population of approximately 1,225. The median household income is $73,039. The median home value is $216,952. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52053 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52053's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Holy Cross, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.